Get into STEM

Get Into STEM is a new podcast supporting Australian educators to engage every student in meaningful STEM learning, regardless of background, ability, or experience.

Join STEM educator, writer, and creative Michelle Hamill in season one as she chats with guests about creating neuro‑affirming STEM classrooms, the role of school leaders in STEM education, citizen science in schools, and the opportunities and resources available across the STEM education landscape.

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Exploring ACARA’s STEM Connections with Melanie Hughes

What is transdisciplinary STEM learning and how do we make it work in an Australian classroom? ACARA curriculum specialist Melanie Hughes unpacks the Australian Curriculum STEM Connections resource and explores how it supports teachers to bring real-world STEM learning into the classroom and the curriculum. We look at the purpose behind the Curriculum connections, the growing need to teach concepts that sit beyond traditional subject boundaries, and how context-rich STEM learning can both lift s...

May 26, 2026•20 min•Season 1Ep. 4

Building neuro-affirming STEM classrooms with Dr Matthew Harrison

How do we create a STEM classroom that supports all learners? We speak with Dr Matthew Harrison about the challenges neurodivergent students can encounter in STEM learning environments, and the practical, achievable adjustments teachers can make to build more neuro-affirming classrooms. Matthew also shares insights from the Next Level Collaboration project , showing how cooperative video games can build social confidence for neurodivergent students while also strengthening confidence and connect...

Apr 26, 2026•25 min•Season 1Ep. 3

Citizen science in the classroom with Michelle Neil

How do we meaningfully incorporate citizen science into classroom teaching? To celebrate Citizen Science Month this April, we’re joined by citizen science advocate Michelle Neil to explore citizen science is, how it supports STEM learning, and how classroom projects can spark real-world change. We also detail some upcoming Citizen Science Month events and opportunities for schools to get involved. Ready to get your class involved? We’ve created a national guide to highlighting Citizen Science Mo...

Mar 24, 2026•24 min•Season 1Ep. 2

Building confident STEM educators with Professor Rachel Sheffield

How do we inspire and equip the next generation of STEM teachers? In this episode, we’re joined by Professor Rachel Sheffield , a leading expert in STEM education working with pre‑service teachers. We discuss how to build confidence in pre‑service teachers as STEM educators, the value of an integrated STEM approach in classroom teaching and why recognising STEM teachers as STEM professionals matters for the entire education and STEM workforce pipeline. About Professor Rachel Sheffield Professor ...

Feb 24, 2026•20 min•Season 1Ep. 1

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Get Into STEM is a new podcast supporting Australian educators to engage every student in meaningful STEM learning, regardless of background, ability, or experience. Join STEM educator, writer, and creative Michelle Hamill as she chats with guests about creating neuro‑affirming STEM classrooms, the role of school leaders in STEM education, citizen science in schools, and the opportunities and resources available across the STEM education landscape. Subscribe now and let's Get into STEM. See omny...

Feb 04, 2026•1 min•Season 1Ep. 1

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